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Crown Collectors is focused on Rolex watches from the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s — an era of classic case sizes, discontinued references, tritium dials, pre-ceramic sport models, and traditional Rolex styling.

Day-Date · Submariner · GMT-Master · Daytona · Datejust
Rolex Day-Date President
Day-Date President
1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
 Rolex Submariner
Submariner
1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
 Rolex GMT-Master II
GMT-Master II
1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
 Rolex Daytona
Daytona
1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
 Rolex Datejust
Datejust
1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
Rolex Day-Date President
01  ·  Ref. 18038 / 18238 / 118238 / 118239  ·  Yellow Gold · White Gold · Platinum  ·  1980s – Early 2000s

Day-Date
President

The Rolex Day-Date, often known as the President, is one of the most iconic Rolex models ever made. We are interested in yellow gold, white gold, and platinum examples from the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s. We are especially interested in well-preserved President watches with original bracelets, strong cases, clean dials, and limited aftermarket modifications.

Preferred Day-Date Models
Ref. 18038Ref. 18238Ref. 118238Ref. 118239President BraceletYellow GoldWhite GoldPlatinumOriginal DialsFactory BezelsClean CasesBox & Papers
Rolex Submariner 16610
02  ·  Ref. 16800 / 168000 / 16610 / 14060 / 14060M  ·  Date & No‑Date  ·  1980s – Early 2000s

Submariner

The Rolex Submariner is one of the most recognizable sport watches in the world. We are actively seeking Submariners from the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s, including both Date and No-Date models. Clean, original, lightly polished, or unpolished examples are especially attractive.

Preferred Submariner Models
Ref. 16800Ref. 168000Ref. 16610Ref. 14060Ref. 14060MTwo-Tone ModelsOriginal BraceletFull Box & Papers
Rolex GMT-Master II 16710
03  ·  Ref. 16750 / 16710  ·  Pepsi · Coke · Black  ·  1980s – Early 2000s

GMT-Master II

The Rolex GMT is one of the most collectible Rolex sport models. We are interested in both GMT-Master and GMT-Master II watches from this era, especially with original bezels, bracelets, and dials. The GMT-Master II 16710 is especially desirable because it represents the classic pre-ceramic era of Rolex sport watches.

Preferred GMT Models
Ref. 16750Ref. 16710Pepsi BezelCoke BezelBlack BezelTwo-Tone GMTOriginal Tritium DialsOriginal Luminova DialsBox & Papers
Rolex Daytona 16520
04  ·  Ref. 16520 / 116520  ·  Zenith Era  ·  1980s – Early 2000s

Daytona

The Rolex Daytona is one of the most important Rolex collector models. We are interested in Daytona watches from the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s, including stainless steel, two-tone, yellow gold, and white gold examples. We are especially interested in clean Zenith-era Daytona models and early 2000s stainless steel Daytonas.

Preferred Daytona Models
Ref. 16520Ref. 116520Two-ToneYellow GoldWhite GoldOriginal DialsOriginal BezelsComplete SetsService Records
Rolex Datejust 16233
05  ·  Ref. 16013 / 16233 / 16234 / 116233 / 116234  ·  1980s – Early 2000s

Datejust

The Rolex Datejust is one of the most classic and wearable Rolex models. We are interested in select Datejust watches from the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s, especially examples with desirable dial, bezel, and bracelet combinations. We are particularly interested in clean Datejust models with original bracelets, factory dials, and strong overall condition.

Preferred Datejust Models
Ref. 16013Ref. 16233Ref. 16234Ref. 116233Ref. 116234Two-ToneSteel & White GoldJubilee BraceletFluted BezelFactory Diamond DialsUnique Dial ColorsBox & Papers
Crown Collectors Private Collection
Also Considered

Sea-Dweller · Explorer I · Explorer II
Yacht-Master · Air-King · Oyster Perpetual

Also Considered

Additional Rolex Models We Will Consider

We will also review:

01 Rolex Sea-Dweller 1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
02 Rolex Explorer I 1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
03 Rolex Explorer II 1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
04 Rolex Yacht-Master 1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
05 Rolex Air-King 1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
06 Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1980s · 1990s · Early 2000s
07 Vintage Rolex Dress Watches All Eras Considered
08 Inherited Rolex Collections All Eras Considered
09 Multiple-Watch Rolex Collections All Eras Considered
10 Estate Rolex Watches All Eras Considered
Condition Preferences

Condition Preferences

We prefer watches that are authentic, original, and well cared for.

Ideal watches include
  • Original box and papers
  • Original warranty card or certificate
  • Original bracelet
  • Original dial and hands
  • Factory bezel
  • Clear serial and reference numbers
  • Service records
  • Strong case condition
  • Clean crystal
  • Minimal aftermarket modifications
  • Clear ownership history
Watches We Generally Avoid
  • Rose gold Rolex watches
  • Replica or counterfeit watches
  • Heavily modified watches
  • Aftermarket diamond bezels
  • Aftermarket dials
  • Altered serial numbers
  • Watches with unclear ownership history
  • Watches with questionable parts
  • Watches with excessive polishing
  • Watches with poor case condition
  • Watches with missing or damaged serial/reference numbers

However, we will review watches in a range of conditions. If you are unsure whether your Rolex fits, send photos and we will take a look.

See If Your Rolex Fits Our Collection

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